1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
